Tag: minimum wage

Malaysia Minimum Wage 2027: Will RM1,700 Increase to RM2,000?

Malaysia’s minimum wage is back in the spotlight ahead of Budget 2027, following discussion over a possible increase from the current RM1,700 to RM2,000 per month. However, employers should take note that RM2,000 has not been officially confirmed as Malaysia’s new minimum wage. As at 29 September 2026, the statutory minimum wage remains RM1,700 per month under the Minimum Wages […]

In-House vs Outsourced Payroll in Malaysia: Real Cost Comparison for SMEs

Most Malaysian SMEs assume in-house payroll is the cheaper option simply because there’s no monthly invoice from a provider. Once salaries, statutory contributions, software, and compliance risk are added up, that assumption often doesn’t hold. Payroll Outsourcing Malaysia has moved from a large-company convenience to a mainstream SME decision, largely because the real cost of running payroll internally is higher […]